Ransomware Research
RedRoman Ransomware
RedRoman is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- RedRoman
- First Seen
- November 1, 2020
How RedRoman Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
RedRoman modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..REDROMANRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RedRoman displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
OPENTHIS.htmlRansom message:
notes/OPENTHIS.html
Note locations:
StartUpOPENTHIS.htmlRansom message:
notes/OPENTHIS.html
Note locations:
ProgramDataTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with RedRoman ransomware:
NUDIFYv1.0.exe
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About This Analysis
This RedRoman ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery solutions, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like RedRoman.
Last updated: July 30, 2025